MILTON, Mass. – When asked for volunteers for the third year in a row at the Milton Foundation for Education – 16th Annual Monster Dash 5K Race and Fun Run, the Curry College women's lacrosse and women's soccer teams jumped at the opportunity.  Both programs were looking to get involved with the Milton community.  The Curry women's lacrosse and women's soccer programs have put an extra emphasis on academics this year, so tying into the Milton Foundation for Education made perfect sense.

On October 26, Colonels' student-athletes completed a variety of tasks throughout the Monster Dash.  Whether it was working at the registration table, lifting equipment, face painting, handing out medals or just cheering at the finish line, the Curry lacrosse and soccer players were willing to give up a Sunday morning to help in whatever way they could.

"The Curry College volunteers from the women's soccer and lacrosse teams were extraordinarily helpful at yesterday's Milton Monster Dash," said the Milton Foundation for Education's Greg Gordon.  "We had a record number of participants in both the 5K and the Kids Fun Fun & Activities.  Curry's student volunteers proved invaluable in helping the MFE create a positive, fun filled, community event.  The Milton Foundation for Education thanks Curry College and your students for helping to make the 2014 Milton Monster Dash a tremendous success.  We look forward to partnering with you again next year!"

It ended up being a great day of service for both programs, and both are looking forward to helping out again at next year's race.